What is the cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Kankakee is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galesburg to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Kankakee is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Kankakee?

The distance between Galesburg and Kankakee is 209 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

How do I travel from Galesburg to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Galesburg to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 52m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Galesburg to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Galesburg to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Kankakee train from?

Galesburg to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Where does the Galesburg to Kankakee train arrive?

Galesburg to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Galesburg to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Kankakee is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Galesburg to Kankakee.

How do I get a train ticket from Galesburg to Kankakee?

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Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Galesburg to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Galesburg to Kankakee by bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Champaignbus Btw 1402
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
4h 52m
$45–91
Drive 153.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Kankakeecar 153.8 mi
3h 5m
$29–41
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
5h 6m
$71–146

Galesburg to Kankakee by bus and train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.1 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Galesburg, IL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Kankakee via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 6m.

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